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The Lassithi Plateau at the island of Crete is a wide, fertile plain over 800 meters above sea level, surrounded by peaks, dotted with villages and fields as far as the eye could see. One of the first things we noticed was a row of stone windmills. There were about 20 in view, but once, there were over 10,000 of them! These windmills used to pump water from the ground for irrigation – a lifeline for agriculture here. The Lassithi Plateau has long been the agricultural heart of eastern Crete, with a unique microclimate and plenty of groundwater. Even today, the 18 villages around the plateau live primarily from farming. We flew our drone to capture this sweeping valley from above – the perfect blend of natural beauty and human ingenuity.
We needed screens to keep pesky insects out, so we decided to design and make new companion way doors, for sailing in the tropics. We need the critters out and the breeze in... #sailing #sailinglife #sailingadventure #passionforlife https://www.skipperblogs.com/searchingforcoconuts Theme song: (Audio Network) Aotearoa (Mark Williams, Adam Alexander, Bruce Maginnis) Please like and subscribe, and send us your thoughts and reactions. For those who wish to contribute to help keep our journey going, please use our Patreon link below, or donate through PayPal (link is on channel banner), much appreciated. https://www.patreon.com/searchingforcoconuts https://searching-for-coconuts.skipperblogs.com/
Today marks the beginning of an exciting chapter for this remarkable vessel. We are proud to present this extraordinary sailing yacht during her transport. It offers a unique insight into the next and last phase of the build. Magic is carefully guided through the picturesque Dutch canals by @hebo_maritiemservice on her way to Amsterdam, showcasing the seamless integration of cutting-edge design and craftsmanship. It has been an incredible passage through these iconic waterways. We invite you to continue following the launch by keeping an eye on your social media feeds and the waters themselves. You might just catch a glimpse of this magnificent sailing yacht in Amsterdam. @vittersshipyard